Your Naperville Photographer
Hi, I'm Carmen
I’m a wife, a proud mother of four, and a lover of all things glitter! You’ll often find me dreaming about my next vacation or diving headfirst into something new to broaden my horizons. My personality is a blend of laid-back and driven—I’m a calm, loving, God-fearing person who finds joy in life’s simple pleasures. If I had to describe myself in one word, it would be determined—when I set my mind on something, I see it through to the end.
As the eldest of two, leadership has always come naturally to me. From a young age, I dreamed of owning my own business, though I never imagined photography would become my passion and profession. That all changed when I hired a wonderful photographer to capture a milestone for my youngest child. The experience ignited a spark, and I fell in love with the art of photography.
Everything seemed to fall into place after that moment. I dedicated myself to learning how to photograph families and newborns with care and creativity. In February 2021, I turned my dream into reality by launching my photography business, and it has been growing ever since!
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A snapshot into my life
All my favorite humans in one picture.
Did you know ANE stands for my first three children?
A for AnaSofia – A smart, kind young lady who embraces the role of big sister with grace.
N for Nathaniel – A funny, intelligent boy who fills our lives with laughter and joy.
E for Elijah – A gentle yet bossy little guy who perfectly completes our family.
In 2023, we welcomed J for Jeremiah – the little boy we never expected but whom God knew we needed! (Still working on how to incorporate his name into the business!)
And, of course, a big shoutout to the amazing hubby who supports all my wild ideas. Without him, ANE wouldn't be possible!
Family
I owe so much to my family for their unwavering love and support, but no one has guided me through this journey more than God. I am endlessly grateful for the incredible opportunity to be a businesswoman and give all the glory to Him. It is through His gift of patience, wisdom, strength, and determination that I am able to continue pursuing this path.
Faith in Jesus
One of the greatest joys in my life is seeing my kids’ faces light up every time we board a plane. Hands down, my favorite vacation memory is the time I secretly planned an entire Disney trip without my husband or kids knowing. I handled all the packing, coordinated with my husband’s boss to get him time off, and kept it a complete surprise. It wasn’t until we were getting into the Uber to head to the airport that I revealed the plan! My husband was absolutely stunned that I had pulled it off without him suspecting a thing!
Traveling
I had an amazing experience with Carmen during my maternity photoshoot. She was incredibly friendly, patient and attentive to every detail. From the moment I arrived, she made me feel comfortable and at ease. She took the time to understand exactly what I wanted and offered helpful suggestions to make the photos even better. Carmen's professionalism and passion for her work were evident throughout the shoot, and the final results were absolutely stunning. I highly recommend Carmen for any photography needs and can't wait to work with her in the future!
Maternity session
Leila
I just want to say Carmen is super personable and very talented at her craft. You can tell that she is passionate about photography by how patient and attentive to detail she is. My newborn was very fussy during the photoshoot and Carmen was very understanding and even helped me soothe my newborn. There are not enough words to describe how amazing each and every photo that Carmen took is. She has a magical way of finding the perfect angle, lighting, and of course expressions. She had so many wonderful props and was able to do so much!! I cried at how wonderful my newborn's photographs came out and I will cherish them forever. I 100% recommend her.
Newborn Session
Izabella
Carmen is great at explaining her process and was very easy to work with. We are over the moon delighted how the pictures turned out! Carmen really captured our baby's personality so well. The cakesmash photoshoot could not have turned out any better. Book with her immediately!
Cake smash Session
Peter and Janet
Carmen’s work is simply amazing. Every year, we receive countless compliments on our holiday photos, and people are always in awe that all three of our kids are smiling in every picture. Carmen is professional, kind, and makes every photo shoot so much fun. She brings fresh ideas each year, and I’m always amazed by her creativity. My children genuinely look forward to our sessions with her. Her photos are stunning, timeless, and beautifully capture our family’s special moments. I eagerly anticipate our sessions every year, and I constantly refer people to her because I’m always asked who takes our family photos. It’s truly a joy to see her beautiful work displayed on our walls, reminding us of cherished memories.
family Session
Rachael and gerald
You Deserve the best
and shouldn't settle for less! At ANE Photography, I take pride in delivering exceptional customer service and creating an experience that gives you peace of mind, knowing your needs and interests are my top priority.
